What Colors for a Basement Room With No Windows?

Off-White or Cream

• White comes to mind when working with dark, enclosed rooms. A creamy color will open the space of a small basement and even make a large basement feel more airy and spacious. With a darker color on the floor, off-white is a pleasing complement and allows you to work with any style of decor and color scheme. Choose accessories with blue and yellow for a cheerful look.

Yellow

• Yellow comes in many shades, and when it comes to a windowless basement, it's best to go with a pale shade to avoid making your basement feel overwhelming. Yellow is ideal for this kind of situation because it mimics sunlight. Avoid hues that are more gold than yellow because a darker gold will make the room feel smaller and darker. Shades of blue, red, white coordinate well with this muted color.

Gray

• Gray also will liven up a dark basement if you go with lighter shades. It is a cool color and it's inviting in any size space. A light shade of gray will bring a sense of serenity to a dark environment, allowing you to decorate with splashes of bright colors, such as deep red and cobalt blue for classic combinations. Silver or chrome accessories will add an air of sophistication to your basement.

Green

• Green is another color that opens up spaces, as long as you go with light to medium shades and hues. Pale green, lime green and yellow green will bring energy into your basement without weighing it down or making it feel cramped. Like yellow, green reflects a color from outside, adding a nice touch to a dim room. To keep the color scheme of nature going, mix blue and light tan with green. For a sleek look, accessorize with white and for a touch of femininity, add splashes of pink.